The text focuses on specific issues and themes important to understanding and meeting the needs of older people from diverse backgrounds. In the Second Edition, Dr. Gelfand devotes greater attention to the impact of immigration on the United States and provides a useful model for providers working with older persons from diverse ethnic backgrounds. This edition contains updated references throughout along with new tables/graphs. Chapter topics include: Security and the Ethnic Elderly; Family and Church as Sources of Assistance; and Programs and Services for the Ethnic Ages.

The text focuses on specific issues and themes important to understanding and meeting the needs of older people from diverse backgrounds. In the Second Edition, Dr. Gelfand devotes greater attention to the impact of immigration on the United States and provides a useful model for providers working with older persons from diverse ethnic backgrounds. This edition contains updated references throughout along with new tables/graphs. Chapter topics include: Security and the Ethnic Elderly; Family and Church as Sources of Assistance; and Programs and Services for the Ethnic Ages.